Pentagon and Lockheed agree to 10-year F-35 framework
By The BriefBrief
The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin announced a 10-year framework agreement for at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighters for the U.S. military. The tentative deal covers production and sustainment but requires congressional approval and funding; pricing and schedules have not been finalized.
WHO:The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin
WHAT:announced a 10-year framework agreement to buy at least 850 F-35 fighters for the U.S. military
WHEN:Oct 22, 2026
WHERE:USA
WHY:The agreement is intended to provide F-35 fighters for the U.S. military; no further rationale was reported.
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